Serving 190 students in grades 5-8, Harbor Lights Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harbor Lights Middle School's student population of 190 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harbor Lights Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harbor Lights Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#388 out of 1196 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
17%
25%
Black
n/a
2%
White
74%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harbor Lights Middle School's ranking?
Harbor Lights Middle School is ranked #388 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Harbor Lights Middle School?
190 students attend Harbor Lights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Harbor Lights Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harbor Lights Middle School?
Harbor Lights Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harbor Lights Middle School offer ?
Harbor Lights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Harbor Lights Middle School part of?
Harbor Lights Middle School is part of Bandon SD 54 School District.
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